This Week with Introspective

The definition of Optimism from the Strengths Profile:

• You always see the best side of any situation and look on the bright side of life.

• You have a consistent and firm belief that things will work out well in the future.

• Your belief keeps you strong and enables you to stay positive, even when things become difficult.

Questions to help you bring this strength to life:

• What is going well in your life right now?

• How does my optimism influence the way I respond to setbacks or obstacles?

• How does my optimism affect the people around me, especially in stressful moments?

Resources of the Week

Article

Can Radical Optimism Help You Deal With Hard Times?

~

In the chaos of life, it's helpful to remember that circumstances always change and we can improve our lives with effort.

By Joshua Forstenzer

Book

Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life

~

The father of positive psychology draws on more than twenty years of clinical research to show you how to overcome depression, boost your immune system, and make yourself happier.

By Martin E. P. Seligman

Podcast

The Science of Optimism: How Your Outlook Predicts Your Lifespan

~

Optimistic people tend to live longer than pessimistic people. That’s true whether you’re rich or poor, young or old, and no matter your race.

by William Magee

Strength Story: Matt

The Strength of Optimism

For Matt, Optimism is a steady outlook that helps him stay forward-focused, grounded, and calm under pressure. Whether navigating high-stakes architectural projects or moving through everyday life, his positive perspective allows him to see challenges as opportunities without minimizing their reality. Rooted in trust, preparation, and belief that things will work out, Matt’s Optimism brings clarity, confidence, and a quiet sense of possibility to everything he does.

Fact of the Week

People who are more optimistic are better able to cope with stress, persist through setbacks, and recover more quickly from adversity. Research shows that optimism isn’t blind positivity — it’s a learned way of interpreting challenges that strengthens motivation, resilience, and long-term well-being.

Ready to bring more connection into your daily life?

Our Introspective cards are designed to help you tap into your strengths with small, powerful reflections each day. Rooted in Positive Psychology, each deck sparks intentional reflection to support daily growth, self-awareness, and confidence.

Thanks for being part of the Introspective community. We’re grateful to grow alongside you.